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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2b, New Atlantis, a Work Unfinished (Conversation with Governor continued, Conversation with Joabim).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the beginning of the work, sailors departed from which country?
(a) Japan.
(b) Brazil.
(c) China.
(d) Peru.

2. It is from the _____ of our causes that are planned fail.
(a) Absolution.
(b) Ignorance.
(c) Avoidance.
(d) Dissolution.

3. With clear ____, the intellect can become more powerful.
(a) Philosophy.
(b) Logic.
(c) Intention.
(d) Direction.

4. What was the total number of sailors on the ship?
(a) 51.
(b) 59.
(c) 36.
(d) 47.

5. This is accomplished through the use of ______.
(a) Hypotheses.
(b) Experiments.
(c) Devices.
(d) Experience.

Short Answer Questions

1. The modern ____ goes first from the senses to general propositions.

2. In which body of water did the ship go astray?

3. The sixth part refers to the _______ course of inquiry.

4. How many people approached the boats after the sailors requested medical treatment?

5. Which type of history is ideal to build a foundation for philosophy?

(see the answer key)

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